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3.94 Ct. Ruby from Mozambique

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Item ID: R15384
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Product Details
Item ID:
R15384
Dimensions (MM):
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Length: 12.26
Width: 8.73
Height: 3.75
Weight:
3.94 Ct.
Color:
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Red
Color intensity:
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Vivid
Clarity:
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Slightly Included
Shape:
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Cushion
Cut:
Mixed Brilliant
Cutting style:
Faceted
Enhancements:
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Heat Treated
Origin:
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Mozambique
Per carat price:
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$1,850
Product description

Long before it arrived at our cutting table, this ruby began its life deep within the earth, where heat and pressure coaxed chromium into the crystal lattice of corundum, painting it with a red that feels both ancient and immediate. Mined from the rich deposits of Mozambique, a region that has become synonymous with some of the most desirable rubies in the market, this stone carries the story of tectonic forces and mineralogical time. As you imagine the riverbeds and weathered ridgelines where miners painstakingly search for fragments of treasure, envision also the moment when a raw crystal is liberated from rock and first reveals a hint of the vivid color that will later define its destiny. That journey from rough to refined is central to the soul of the gem, and every facet of this ruby reflects the hands and eyes that guided its transformation.

At 3.94 carats this cushion shaped ruby occupies a rare and compelling space in the world of fine gemstones. Weight is more than a number in a ruby, it is a measure of presence and scarcity, and approaching four carats the stone moves into a tier where demand and value increase markedly. The dimensions of 12.26 by 8.73 by 3.75 millimeters give it an elegant proportions profile, full enough to command attention, yet refined enough to set gracefully in a range of jewelry designs. The mixed brilliant cut was chosen to balance fire and depth, to allow the vivid color intensity to sing while the excellent polish emphasizes a mirror like finish. Evaluated at eye level with a clarity grade of slightly included, the stone retains transparency and life, with modest internal features that attest to its natural origin, rather than diminishing its visual impact. Heat treatment has been applied, a traditional and accepted enhancement that intensifies hue and clarity, unlocking the ruby’s full potential without altering the integrity of the gem. In short, the combination of nearly four carats, vivid color, and superior finish situates this ruby as an object of both aesthetic and monetary significance, its weight amplifying rarity and desirability in ways that smaller stones cannot match.

When The Natural Ruby Company presents a gem, we present an entire narrative, a continuum from geological birth through human care and craftsmanship. Our lapidaries refined the cushion outline to preserve weight while maximizing color saturation and brilliance, a delicate negotiation that requires experience and an intimate understanding of ruby crystal behavior. The result is a transparent, radiant red that sits comfortably on the finger, pendant, or bespoke setting, and that promises a presence and depth often reserved for larger stones. For collectors and connoisseurs the 3.94 carat weight represents an important threshold, a size that is both wearable and noteworthy, often commanding a premium because large, well colored rubies are relatively few. For those considering this gem as an heirloom, an investment, or a centerpiece for custom design, the balance of weight, vivid color intensity, and excellent polish assures a stone that will maintain desirability across generations. We welcome you to experience this ruby in person through our consultation, where you can see how light interacts with the cut and how the stone’s weight translates into a tactile sense of substance. At The Natural Ruby Company we are committed to transparency about origin and enhancement, and we take pride in guiding each gem into its finest expression, so that its history, its mass, and its beauty can be fully appreciated by the person who will wear it.

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Our packaging, reports and documentation is refined, concise and reputable. Our reputation is our greatest asset, rest assured we don’t cut corners, please review our extensive reporting and specialty packaging for all our ruby items.
    Our custom zinc alloy ring boxes and other packaging is made to impress as much as our handcrafted ruby rings and ruby jewelry. They weigh almost one pound each!
    Have confidence that if you choose The Natural Ruby Company the items you purchase for yourself or your loved ones will be impressive.
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    Printed documentation is included free of charge for all items over $500.
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    Ruby rings in The Natural Ruby Company custom made packaging
    Ruby rings in The Natural Ruby Company custom made packaging
    Our customers often comment about our stunning, hand made, presentation boxes and reporting documents. Large zinc-alloy boxes included at no extra cost for jewelry items over $5000, and petit size included for orders $500-$5000.
    Ruby rings in The Natural Ruby Company custom made packaging
    Ruby rings in The Natural Ruby Company custom made packaging
    Ruby rings in The Natural Ruby Company custom made packaging
    Our hand-made zinc gemstone boxes are the finest in the industry, and are included for all gemstones over $2000.
    Ruby rings in The Natural Ruby Company custom made packaging
    Ruby rings in The Natural Ruby Company custom made packaging
    Our customers often comment about our stunning, hand made, presentation boxes and reporting documents. Large zinc-alloy boxes included at no extra cost for jewelry items over $5000, and petit size included for orders $500-$5000.
    Ruby rings in The Natural Ruby Company custom made packaging
    For gemstone purchases between $500 and $2000 we ship a high quality black display box which shows the gemstone professionally. Stones under $500 will ship in a secure plastic pouch.
    Ruby rings in The Natural Ruby Company custom made packaging
    Jewelry items under $500 will ship in a signature pouch and box.
    Ruby rings in The Natural Ruby Company custom made packaging
    For hanging earrings over $500, we include a high quality, hinged jewelry box. Pictured is one of the beautiful styles that we may use.
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    For line bracelets over $500, we include a high quality, hinged jewelry box. Pictured is one of the beautiful styles that we may use.
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    Something About Rubies
    Rubies are one of the most valuable precious stones, they have been coveted for centuries by royalty, gem collectors, larger-than-life personalities, and have experienced a resurgence in popularity in recent years as a centerpiece stone for an engagement ring.
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    Mozambique Rubies, Fura Gems Mining
    We understand the importance of caring for the planet and the dedicated individuals that unearth our stunning gemstones. For this reason we've partnered with the mining company Fura Gems Mining, whose Ruby mines in Mozambique have uncovered one of the worlds most significant Ruby deposits. These Mozambican rubies possess an ancient heritage and rare hue that sets them apart from other.
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